The Brief
- Chicago shuts down The 50 Yard Line: The City of Chicago issued an emergency closure order for The 50 Yard Line sports bar and grill after inspectors found numerous building and health code violations.
- Inspectors cite major safety concerns: Violations included missing carbon monoxide alarms, leaking roof drains, rotted rafters, standing water, unsanitary kitchen conditions, and debris and a dirty grease container behind the building.
- What’s next: While some patrons say the bar was unfairly targeted, neighbors have long complained about the business. Ald. William Hall says he hopes the establishment can make improvements and eventually reopen as part of the ongoing revitalization of 75th Street.
CHICAGO – The 50 Yard Line sports bar and grill is now closed under emergency order from the City of Chicago.
This was a home for Chicago steppers and sports fans. But, the inside had some safety violations that warranted an emergency closure by the city’s buildings department.
The 50 Yard Line closes
The backstory:
The 50 Yard Line has received a penalty after patrons complained about the sports bar and grill’s conditions.…